Summary

Dr. David Nelson specializes in surgery with a focus on thoracic surgery, bringing 13 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in surgical procedures involving the chest and lungs.

Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations in Houston and Dallas, Texas, including MD Anderson Cancer Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center. He treats patients with lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His procedural expertise includes performing pathology tests, chest fluoroscopy, and chest X-rays to help diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 13 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. David Benjamin Nelson has 6 locations

Dr. David Benjamin Nelson

1515 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 77030

William P Clements Jr University Hospital

6201 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

Parkland Health And Hospital System

5200 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

Ut Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital

5151 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

Ut Southwestern Medical Center

5959 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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13 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Hebrew Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXSugar Land , TXWebster , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Med School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Med School: University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Benjamin Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • Care N' Care
  • Care N' Care - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Benjamin Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Benjamin Nelson has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. David Nelson's office located?
Dr. David Nelson's office is located at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
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